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Ken Bone, one of the biggest names to come out of the second presidential debates, joins NBC 5 live via phone to talk about his experience at the debates and his subsequent viral fame. (Published Monday, Oct. 10, 2016)

In a debate filled with accusations and insults, America found hope in one man: Ken Bone.

With the help of a red "Christmas" sweater, black-framed glasses and a disposable camera, Ken was propelled to social media fame during the second presidential debate Sunday night.

"I work in coal fired electricity and it's a big concern where I live in southern Illinois, the St. Louis metro area," he said. "We have a lot of coal workers in power and coal mining and the perception is we're putting money ahead of the environment, and that's not true."

When it was his turn to speak in front of the candidates, America noticed.

Was so sad and ashamed throughout the entire spectacle but then KEN BONE rose like a Phoenix from America's ashes and there's laughter again

"I take it all in stride," Bone told NBC DFW of the attention. "I'm just glad so many people are paying attention to the political process, even if their favorite part of the political process is a ridiculous Christmas sweater."

Bone added that he planned to reserve his decision on who to vote for until after the final debate on Oct. 19 "because anything will happen."

"Secretary Clinton I thought had a very impressive performance," he said. "I was leaning more towards Trump before but the whole experience has left me I think with more of an open mind."

So, what's next for Bone? A photo shoot with that red power sweater, apparently.